2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sedona. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sedona | CLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4917 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
